Talking about treatment costs with pet owners can be uncomfortable. For many clients, there is a growing gap in the ability to afford veterinary care, which threatens the sustainability of veterinary practices and exacerbates moral distress for veterinary care teams that are unable to provide pets with needed care. This can result in pets going without care, being surrendered or being euthanized. In this episode of the VetFolio Voice podcast, learn how Open Door Veterinary Collective developed a...
Jul 10, 2025•30 sec
Confused about pet insurance? You're not alone—and your clients probably are too. In this podcast, we break down key differences between accident, illness, and wellness policies, demystify deductibles, and highlight what veterinary professionals need to know when talking with pet owners. While recommending specific policies isn't your role, understanding the landscape helps you guide clients with confidence. We also explore how pet insurance stacks up against savings accounts—so you’re ready for...
Jul 03, 2025•41 min
Diet plays a role in feline kidney disease, urinary problems such as stones and crystals, feline lower urinary tract disease and gastrointestinal problems such as inflammatory bowel disease. Tune in to this CE episode of the VetFolio Voice podcast to gain insights behind feeding strategies for cats and their species-specific quirks. You’ll learn the key factors in diets that support a cat’s urinary tract health. You’ll also get tips on how to provide informed recommendations for clients regardin...
Jun 26, 2025•46 min
Brushing a dog’s teeth helps prevent dental problems, keeps their breath fresh, and can even reduce the risk of more serious conditions. Easy-peasy, right? Sure, except many dogs don’t love it, which often means it isn’t the most sustainable form of home dental care for pets. Fortunately, we have lots of alternatives today. In this CE edition of the VetFolio Voice podcast, Dr. Cassi hosts Dr. Jan Bellows, who discusses home dental care options, such as water additives, dental wipes and dental ch...
Jun 19, 2025•51 min
Tune in to this engaging VetFolio Voice podcast episode with host Dr. Cassi and her guest, Dr. Alison Manchester, to learn about clinically relevant information applicable to dietary management of GI upset, including recent updates—from clinical research to real-life cases—that are commonly seen in practice. The conversation encompasses a review of different dietary strategies, including their potential mechanisms of action. Special attention will be paid to the impact of diet and other interven...
Jun 12, 2025•42 min
Proper bandaging in veterinary medicine is crucial for wound healing and preventing infection. In this VetFolio Voice podcast episode, make sure your technique for applying a bandage promotes healing, prevents infection and is comfortable for your patients. Learn about the journey Brian Goleman, CVT, took to create Brian's Bandages and what's next, plus get his expert insights on bandaging technique, owner compliance and wound management and explore the psychology behind bandage care and the imp...
Jun 05, 2025•38 min
By understanding the role of the microbiome and implementing strategies to maintain a healthy gut environment, veterinarians can help their patients live long, healthy lives. In this episode of the VetFolio Voice podcast, we review the concept of microbiome development across life stages for pets. Specifically, we’ll explore the critical windows for microbiome development, how the microbiome impacts disease (including canine parvovirus enteritis, feline chronic kidney disease, canine atopic derm...
May 29, 2025•44 min
Providing easy-to-digest information to a pet owner who may be stressed about their pet's medical care is Dr. Karen Robb Wheeler's passion. Tune into this episode of the VetFolio Voice podcast to learn how Dr. Wheeler creates social media video content aimed at educating pet owners so that veterinary medicine doesn't seem so daunting and discover her “you’ve got this, no sweat” approach to client education.
May 22, 2025•39 min
A collaborative, multiyear study of COVID-19 transmission between humans and their pets aimed to create a framework for monitoring and detecting reverse zoonoses in companion animals. Join Dr. Cassi as she hosts Dr. Marie Kerl and Dr. Jimmy Barr in this fascinating VetFolio Voice podcast episode that explores a visionary approach to addressing a critical knowledge gap in One Health, and how this type of research could be used as a blueprint to respond to future emerging diseases affecting people...
May 15, 2025•29 min
Workplace culture and intentional leadership are more than just buzzwords. In this VetFolio Voice podcast episode, join Dr. Cassi and Dr. Jennifer Edwards, leadership coach and former veterinary practice owner, for an insightful discussion about the living, breathing entity that is practice culture. Drawing from 26 years of veterinary experience and extensive leadership expertise, Dr. Edwards explores how practice culture isn’t simply imposed from above — it's co-created daily through every team...
May 08, 2025•1 hr 1 min
Primary care veterinarians face challenges when a patient presents with a heart disease or conditions, including preclinical myxomatous mitral valve disease (MMVD) in dogs. In this episode of the VetFolio Voice podcast, you'll hear from two cardiologists who address the challenges and solutions for treating these patients. You’ll learn about “best practice” vs “budget sensitive” strategies for diagnosing and staging preclinical MMVD, with an emphasis on useful take-away tips that you can use in ...
May 01, 2025•50 min
Osteoarthritis isn’t just a problem for older animals—it actually starts in youth! Surprising, right? In this VetFolio Voice podcast episode, we explore how osteoarthritis develops, why early prevention is key, and what to look for in a quality joint supplement. You’ll also hear the story of Sasha, the family dog whose slowing down in old age inspired the creation of the 4CYTE range. These cutting-edge joint health supplements are powered by Epiitalis, a patented active ingredient backed by worl...
Apr 24, 2025•28 min
In this VetFolio Voice podcast episode, you’ll learn about the role of nutrition in the often overlooked but common age-related conditions of cognitive dysfunction and osteoarthritis in cats (and dogs!), explore when and how to prioritize medical conditions in nutritional management of the pet with concurrent diseases, and delve into how to assess and communicate findings related to cognitive and joint health in cats (and dogs). Don’t miss the chance to earn CE while learning about one of many n...
Apr 17, 2025•40 min
Tune in to this VetFolio Voice CE podcast episode to add to your procedural sedation toolkit! Improve procedural sedation in dogs with increased monitoring and a new sedation agent that provides quicker onset and recovery times. The end result: A better outcome for both your patients and team.
Apr 10, 2025•43 min
Have disagreements, tensions and conflicts in your veterinary practice—or life—become "normalized"? In this episode of the VetFolio Voice podcast, Dr. Cassi talks to Dr. Andy Roark and Stephanie Goss about managing conflict in veterinary clinics—and in life. They explore the nuances as to why conflicts arise and the obstacles to developing conflict management skills. They explore how attention is a valuable currency in today’s environment and how conflict can be a way to get attention. They exam...
Apr 02, 2025•39 min
In today’s rapidly evolving world, the term sustainability is frequently used, but how we define it depends on three key pillars: environmental, economic and social. We have an opportunity to truly demonstrate what it means for veterinary professionals. For some, it might immediately bring to mind environmental initiatives, while others might think of sustainability of the veterinary profession. You might think of it in terms of social concerns, such as access to care for animals or mental healt...
Mar 26, 2025•23 min
Respiratory Distress? Don’t Panic! In this VetFolio Voice episode, you’ll get tips for responding to respiratory distress in your patients to help ensure a good outcome. LISTEN NOW
Mar 20, 2025•46 min
Knowing how to treat the most common toxins can be a matter of life and death for your canine and feline patients. Every year, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center analyzes its data to compile a list of the types of toxins commonly encountered by pets. In this episode of the VetFolio Voice podcast, you'll learn about the top 10 toxins called into the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center in 2024, how pets commonly encounter or ingest these toxins, and treatment and prevention strategies.
Mar 13, 2025•49 min
What can you do to ensure your staff is safe and the patient is comfortable while producing good-quality diagnostic radiographs? Tune in to this VetFolio Voice podcast episode to learn about hands-free radiography. It complements existing compassionate care efforts across veterinary medicine, helping veterinary technicians and veterinary assistants to minimize the stress of obtaining radiographs for patients. The approach reduces exposure to radiation for veterinary assistants and technicians vi...
Mar 05, 2025•47 min
With dogs living longer, veterinary professionals are seeing more patients presenting with cognitive decline, a degenerative disease that worsens over time. Although there isn’t a cure, there are ways to manage cognitive dysfunction. Tune in to this episode of the VetFolio Voice podcast to deepen your understanding of the causes, early signs and treatments and get tips for communicating with clients. You’ll explore how tools like questionnaires can help identify signs, plus learn how atrophy in ...
Feb 27, 2025•47 min
One of the most important parts of offering oral health services in your practice is making sure your team understands the key components of a successful veterinary dental procedure. In this VetFolio Voice podcast episode, get tips for conducting the consultation, pre-anesthetic examination and a thorough workup. Get an insider’s look at what impacts the day’s workflow, including procedure length, pain management, anticipated recovery, and staff scheduling and abilities. You’ll learn about the i...
Feb 20, 2025•55 min
In this episode of the VetFolio Voice podcast, we’re joined by renowned veterinary surgeon and educator Dr. Terry Fossum, who probes a number of complex issues in veterinary medicine. Dr. Fossum takes us on a deep dive into the world of drug discovery, sharing insights on the challenges and breakthroughs in developing new treatments for animals. Noting that veterinary education shouldn’t stop at graduation, Dr. Fossum emphasizes the importance of continuous learning in advancing veterinary care....
Feb 13, 2025•49 min
It’s everywhere you look—and it’s one of the hottest topics in veterinary medicine—artificial intelligence (AI). How informed are you about the ways in which AI can be used as an effective, innovative and beneficial tool? In this VetFolio Voice podcast episode, we explore the growing role of artificial intelligence in veterinary medicine and break down key terminology such as “agent” and “co-pilot” to demystify how these tools function in day-to-day practice. Tune in to learn about the practical...
Feb 06, 2025•30 min
Dr. Michelle Oakley — Nat Geo WILD’s “Yukon Vet” — advocates that changing consumer habits and participating in grassroots efforts will have a greater, positive impact on wildlife conservation than sweeping legislative initiatives. In this VetFolio Voice podcast episode, you’ll learn how the “lose the loop” effort — cutting any loops on plastic bags, fishing line or other items before throwing them away — helps prevent entrapment of marine animals, plus so much more. Dr. Cassi and Dr. Oakley exp...
Jan 30, 2025•49 min
Is your veterinary team prepared to treat pets that are exposed to illicit drugs, such as marijuana, cocaine, methamphetamines and alcohol? For a number of reasons, it can be challenging to manage these patients. From initial patient history to treatment, having a specific plan to approach these cases is fundamental to successful outcomes. This informative VetFolio Voice podcast episode addresses clinical presentation, good history taking, initial stabilization, diagnostics, treatment and client...
Jan 23, 2025•41 min
Luckily, veterinarians have an arsenal of medications available to treat dermatology conditions in their patients, including Apoquel (oclacitinib) for immediate itch relief during allergy flares, Cytopoint (lokivetmab) for dogs with difficulty taking pills or when needing longer-lasting itch control, and cyclosporine for more severe cases that require a stronger immunosuppressive response. In this VetFolio Voice podcast episode, Dr. Cassi and Dr. Watson explore the use of these drugs in managing...
Jan 11, 2025•41 min
Rick LeCouteur blends his many talents talents and passions — he is a natural storyteller, conservation photographer, digital artist and wildlife lover, as well as a veterinary neurosurgeon — into the craft of writing children's books that are designed to educate, captivate and inspire young readers to care about the planet and its inhabitants. Join Dr. Cassi in this special VetFolio Voice episode as she chats with Dr. LeCouteur about his journey as a children's book author and illustrator.
Jan 09, 2025•53 min
Sodium–glucose cotransporter (SGLT) 2 inhibitors are an exciting new class of drugs approved for the treatment of newly diagnosed diabetic cats. These drugs work by blocking the kidneys from reabsorbing glucose, which causes more glucose to be lost in urine and lowers blood glucose levels. Tune in to this episode of the VetFolio Voice podcast as host Dr. Cassi and her guest, Dr. Audrey Cook, explore when to consider an SGLT-2 inhibitor instead of insulin and how to successfully manage and monito...
Jan 01, 2025•53 min
Just like many of us, innovators in veterinary medicine are discovering the potential—and pitfalls—of artificial intelligence (AI), which is already having a transformative effect on the profession and industry. In this thought-provoking VetFolio Voice podcast episode, Dr. Cassi hosts Aaron Massecar, executive director of the Veterinary Innovation Council, as they explore a host of areas where the impact of AI is being felt. They discuss some of the applications where it is more commonly used, s...
Dec 26, 2024•1 hr 4 min
Transcription technology is a powerful tool in the veterinary setting. Scribenote is an AI-powered medical scribe that helps veterinarians streamline their documentation process and improve their work-life balance by automatically generating medical records, recording client communications, creating team meeting notes and more. In this VetFolio Voice podcast episode, you’ll learn what’s new at Scribenote, including improved security functionality and compliance efforts such as automatic data ret...
Dec 19, 2024•48 min
